WINDY

GREAT LAKES LARGEST SCHOONER

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WINDY is a new 148 foot , traditional 4 masted gaff topsail
schooner. She carries 4839 sq. feet of sail., a draft of 8 feet and a beam
of 25 feet. Windy is the only certified four masted traditional sailing vessel
in the USA and is a Class "B" Tall Ship. Built with modern materials but
trimmed in highly varnished wood , the Windy has all the character and charm
of the great day of sail. .

WINDY sails from the newly rebuilt Navy pier at the east end of Grand Avenue.
A two hour skyline cruise is a favorite. Private charter and Education programs
are available. For reservation and rates call 312 595-5555

COMMENTS This 4 masted 100 ton schooner has been a dream of Capt. Robert
Marthai for several years he had hoped to sail out of historical Charleston
where he had operated his schooner Pride for several years unable to find
local dockage for a ship of this size he built it for Chicago. I am happy
to welcome Windy as the biggest and newest schooner to the Lake Michigan
Fleet. This Tall Sailing Ship shows Bob love of the tradition but yet has
given way to safety item such as bow thruster for docking and a 300 hp Cumming
diesel. She was built by Southern Windjammer and Detyen shipyard both of
Charleston S.C..
Her computer
aid cutout parts were provided by Jeffery' s Steel, Inc. of Mobil, Al. The
aft cabin is one of my favorite spots on the ship with a large galley and
the warm room feel to it